Chiropractor of the Year — Eric Plasker, D.C. (’85) Dr. Plasker has been a world-renowned speaker since 2000, an international bestselling author, healthcare leader and practicing chiropractor for over 35 years. He is the creator of the 100 Year Lifestyle and the 100 Year Lifestyle Network. He is an extremely passionate and purpose-driven person, and he has become a leader in the health freedom movement fighting for individuals and families to make the best healthcare choices for themselves and their families. Distinguished Alumnus — Stephen Welsh, D.C. (’96) Dr. Welsh has supported Life University (Life U) in many ways, including financially and by attending countless events on Life U’s campus in support of the University vision of a world of vitalistic thinking and action. He is the former president of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) and has served on the ICA board since 2009. He is currently the Co-Chair of the Integrative Health Policy Consortium (IHPC) Board. He received the B.J. Palmer Leadership Award at the ICA Meeting in 2017. Honorary Alumnus — Deed Harrison, D.C. (’96), Life Chiropractic College West Dr. Harrison has been supporting Life U through various initiatives since 2004. Dr. Harrison is the Chair of the PCCRP Radiography Guidelines and is a contributing member to two Lasting Purpose Award Recipients Chiropractic practice guidelines for patient standards of care. He is the President of Chiropractic BioPhysics® (CBP®) Technique & Seminars; is the President of CBP Nonprofit, Inc., a spinal research foundation; and is the Editor-In- Chief of the American Journal of Clinical Chiropractic. Honorary University Advancement Team Award — Dr. Michael Smith Dr. Michael Smith has over 28 years of higher education experience. He has served as a college professor and administrator, NSF grant director, pre-health seminar coordinator and is the Associate Dean of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies at Life U. Dr. Smith has played a key role in assisting the Life University Office of Advancement with multiple programs and initiatives during his time at the University. Lasting Purpose: To Do — Mr. Mackel Harris Mr. Harris is the Director of Recruitment/ Multicultural Affairs for Life U. He spent a short time in the NFL with the Denver Broncos and the Dallas Cowboys after a standout career at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He began his career in banking and has spent the last 30 years at Life U. In 2022 at the 15th Annual Black History Month Gala, Mr. Harris was presented with an award for his dedication to recruiting black students to Life U and increasing the number of black doctors of Chiropractic. Lasting Purpose: To Love — Deb Roche, D.C. (’93) Life U has been a major part of Dr. Roche’s life since she matriculated into the Doctor chiropractic program in 1990. After practicing full time for a few years, she returned to the University and served as faculty, worked in the Registrar’s Office, served as Assistant Dean, Dean of Instruction and Senior Academic Advisor. The Senior Academic Advisor role really challenged Dr. Roche and was so very rewarding because she was able to influence Life U’s students in a positive, loving way, and live a life of Lasting Purpose. Since 2022, Dr. Roche has been enjoying retirement, splitting her time between Palm Coast, Florida, and Dahlonega, Georgia. However, she returns to her chiropractic home each quarter to proudly announce Life U’s graduates’ names at each commencement ceremony. Lasting Purpose: To Serve — Josh Paxton, B.S. (’08), D.C. (’10) Dr. Paxton served as a past President of the Life University Alumni Association and has served on the board since 2018. He has served as a LIFEforce Tribe Member since 2013. He continues to show his passion for service by attending Alumni Student Engagement Dinners on campus among many other events supporting Life U. LIFEforce — Impact Award — Stan Dombroski, D.C. (’03), Palmer Chiropractic College Dr. Dombroski has been a dedicated LIFEforce Tribe member and member of the President’s Circle since 2021. He has sent numerous referrals to attend LIFE Leadership Weekend. For nearly two decades, Dr. Dombroski has continuously 41 Alumni.life.edu | 2023